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Sing/Dance/Rock: 5 Upcoming Music Video Games

GeekSugar — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 03:50:38 -0700

I hope you're ready to get your groove on because the next few months are bringing with it the promise of brand spankin' new music-based video games. And there's going to be something for everybody, whether you're into rapping, rocking, or scratching. Everybody who can feel the music, that is.

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With All the New Music Games, Are You Still Into Guitar Hero 5?

GeekSugar — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 03:50:27 -0700

You've got Band Hero, DJ Hero, Beatles Rock Band, Rapstar - the list of upcoming video games is a music lover's dream. But with all these new music-focused games, is there still room for the arguable originator, Guitar Hero, set to release its fifth iteration next month?

The new GH will feature a new guitar and the ability to import old Guitar Hero songs, and it will support four players for simultaneous playing.

I tell you, I want every single one of the music games I listed off, but I have a lot of excitement to go around and look forward to my original fave, Guitar Hero. But I guess it could be just nostalgia, you know?

What about you?

New Rocking Out Uniform: Guitar Hero T-Shirt

GeekSugar — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 14:00:02 -0700

Generally, when I'm getting ready to "shred" on Guitar Hero, I just wear something that won't get in the way of using the whammy bar (though one day, I'm going to dress up as Casey Lynch if I can amass that much leather).

Now I may have to throw on this Ryde Guitar Hero Tee ($24).

The tee, which is also available in black and white, is good for rocking inside and showing your love on the street.

And luckily, it's a bit less of a commitment than the Guitar Hero wall decal.

Peep the New Guitar For Guitar Hero 5

GeekSugar — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 14:03:11 -0700

If you were waiting patiently for more details on the latest installment of Guitar Hero, Guitar Hero 5, then let me offer you this peek of the franchise's latest peripheral: the new guitar.

Shiny and pretty, is it not? The main changes are to the slider, which instead of analogue signals, now sends digital signals. Apparently that will lessen "the chance for error and latency," says a Neversoft exec.

Are you looking forward to GH5? I am, and until its release, I'll stick Guitar Hero on the wall.

The Guitar Hero Wall Decal Is Ready to Rock

GeekSugar — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 01:46:07 -0700

Oh, Guitar Hero, no matter how much more I focus on Rock Band these days, you are still my hero.

Therefore, I need to get my button-strumming hands on this Guitar Hero Wall Decal ($18).

It's just too apropos for me- though where to put it? Maybe in a kitchen, like the picture. Wouldn't it go perfectly in a home like this?

Buzz News Roundup, 5/8

BuzzSugar — Fri, 08 May 2009 13:30:32 -0700

Universal Pictures is developing a modern retelling of the novella The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, titled Jekyll, with Keanu Reeves attached to star. - ComingSoon
ABC has picked up its first Fall series, a mockumentary titled Modern Family. - LA Times
Bassist Donald "Ean" Evans of the Southern rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd has died at age 48. - Billboard
Guitar Hero could be turned into a reality TV series and/or a live concert tour. - The Hollywood Reporter
Marisa Tomei and Liv Tyler will star in the independent psychological thriller 10A/10B. - Variety
Jay Leno's final Tonight Show guests will include Mel Gibson, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Prince, and Billy Crystal. - People
Director Bill Couturie and Stacey Snider are teaming on the documentary Clueless, which looks at the all-consuming media world inhabited by kids today. - Variety
Aisha Tyler is filming a talk show pilot for ABC. - The Hollywood Reporter

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Guitar Hero Makes Risky Business For Celebs!

GeekSugar — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 04:00:10 -0700

Though we have yet to see Tom Cruise, Guitar Hero has employed a wide gamut of celebs to play his famous role in Risky Business, but with a GH twist. With the latest March Madness/Metallica inspired spot, I thought I'd remind you of the past stars who've stripped down to their pink shirt and undies, and slipperiest socks, and yes, taken those old records off the shelf.

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Daily Tech: Metallica Comes to Guitar Hero

GeekSugar — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 12:01:45 -0700

The latest Risky Business-inspired commercial features four NCAA coaches with Metallica band members for the new lineup of Metallica songs coming to Guitar Hero. - Kotaku
Check out today's big Blu-ray releases! Included in the lineup is Best Picture winner Slumdog Millionaire. - Switched
Talk about being connected to the tech gods. It's rumored that Howard Stern will be getting a Palm Pre before anyone else. - CrunchGear
Canon's new PowerShot SX200 IS may look retro (which I absolutely love) but it comes with a 12-megapixel sensor, a 12x optical zoom, and a 3-inch LCD screen. - Engadget
Have a peek at 10 of the smallest gadgets, including the tiniest netbook, which comes with a small 4.3-inch screen. - Gizmodo

Genius Kid Sets World Record For Guitar Hero

GeekSugar — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 14:28:40 -0800

Not only does Danny Johnson speak four languages, play the piano, saxophone, oboe, and drums, but he also set the Guinness World Record for the highest score in Guitar Hero playing the toughest song available: "Through The Fire and Flames." I am not even close to completing the song, and am kind of in awe of how fast his 14-year-old fingers move on that plastic guitar.

His score of 890,971 is the world's highest, and Danny says that if anyone beats his score, he'll be right on their tail with even more points. Check out his gaming skills in the CNN video above.

Daily Tech: Google's Net Bus Spreads Web Love Around India

GeekSugar — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 12:00:27 -0800

Google India has created a colorful bus that is equipped with computers and giant screens to help educate people about the benefits of the Internet. It will showcase services like search, email, social networking, and more. - Digital Inspiration
The free Slacker personal radio mobile app is now available on the BlackBerry Storm. - Gizmodo
Use Printable Checklist to easily create simple printer-friendly custom checklists. - Lifehacker
This isn't a too shabby Valentine's gift idea. Peek is having a two-for-one Peek sale on Amazon for only $79.99. - CrunchGear
Oh man - this is a first! Check out this beautifully knitted Guitar Hero scarf. Something only a true gamer would appreciate! - Gearfuse